Defense Strategies
That Protect You
As a business or property owner, it can be distressing to find yourself on the end of a premises liability claim. This is even more true if you are sure the person’s injury was not your fault. Learning about some of the potential defense options is a wise first step....
As a store owner, you hope that no one gets hurt in your retail location. But you also know that it could happen. A customer could slip and fall and suffer a head injury, and suddenly your store is facing a major lawsuit. This can be highly damaging, both from a...
Business owners are sometimes worried about liability if someone gets hurt on their property. This will typically be a premises liability case where the patron will sue the business owner, saying that they were negligent and are responsible for the medical bills and...
Businesses have a responsibility to ensure the safety of their customers, employees and the public. This is true not only within their premises but also outside, where unaddressed hazards can pose risks to pedestrians and motorists alike. If you own or run a business,...
Do you offer a service that customers take some risk by using? This could be anything from a fitness facility to a skydiving or skiing business. Maybe you rent e-scooters or run a “haunted house” around Halloween. You need customers to sign a release or waiver to help...
As a business owner, you understand the importance of providing a safe environment for your customers. You also realize that accidents can happen, and you have potential liability if someone is injured on your property. But what if horseplay was a contributing factor...
Trips, slips and falls happen all the time. And while most slips and falls end with nothing more than minor bruises and dirt on the victim’s clothing, some can result in life-altering injuries. If someone trips, slips and falls while on your property, then they might...
Establishment or property owners must operate by laws indicating their duty of care to anyone who enters their premises. The amount of care they must exhibit depends on who their guests are, and some might enter and remain on their property without their consent....
Property owners could have various obligations to people entering their premises. Whether it is a customer or friend, these people could fall under specific categories, affecting their legal status within the property. Understanding these categories could help the...
All business owners have an incentive to attract and retain customers or clients. While many aspects go into achieving this objective, members of the public must feel safe when shopping for goods or services. As a result, business leaders often address safety in their...